Himley Hall Fireworks and Bonfire

This is where I went last night. It was absolutely brilliant. I don't know the exact number, but somewhere between 25,000 and 50,000 people went.

The theme was War of the Worlds. They had extracts of the musical arrangement and the fireworks tied in with what was happening in the story. There was even a big 'alien tripod' that housed a laser and searchlight that really added to the show.

The bonfire was pretty incredible in itself. It was a mock-up of the current Houses of Parliament, with the guy leaning against the clock tower. When the bonifre was lit, there were modest fireworks set off actually on the bonfire itself. There was even a Catherine wheel where the clock face should have been.

Aside from this, there was a big fair (I didn't go on that, though I did have bite to eat) and Beacon Radio were there to provide some entertainment to us people who got there nice and early. I have to say that most of the acts were a little on the crap side, but that didn't stop them and the presenters trying their best so it's a shame they only got one or two people involved. That said, there was this one young lad who actually had some singing talent - not suprising then that he got a couple hundred people applauding and cheering. Well done whoever you were!

At the end I expected horrendous traffic and a crush of people leaving Himley Hall. But this was not the case. Yes it was a bit crushed at times but cars seemed to be flowing fine - making slow but steady progress. I did notice that a lot of cars had lost their wing mirrors where people had been walking though.

Food and rides were pricey - but you'd expect that wouldn't you? But the entrance fee was only £6 adults, £3 concessions and I think it was orphans that went for free (some group went for free). Compare that to a smaller fireowrk display I went to on Friday that charged £5 and the fireworks only lasted 20 minutes (not allowing for the long pauses).

So, in conclusion, a fantastic night out that has most definately left me satisified. After all, I have had to wait for 4 years for this.